Russell vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russell

Boy #368 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, little red one"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Russell Rank #368

Raphael Rank #421

Russell is more popular, ranked #368 vs #421 for Raphael.

Is Russell or Raphael more popular?

Russell is more popular, ranked #368 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Russell and Raphael mean?

Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Russell and Raphael boy or girl names?

Russell is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.